1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 BMW 750
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 BMW 750. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 750.
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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3. 2001 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 1999 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2001 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
