2009 Alpina B5 vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 42 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Because 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 2012 Acura RL | |
Make | Alpina | Acura |
Model | B5 | RL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |