2009 Alpina B5 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Alpina B5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 194 kg more than 2009 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B5 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B5 | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3150 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |