1989 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | 750 | B3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 63 L |