1999 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 6 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B3 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alpina B3 (455 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 1999 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320. 2005 BMW 320 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. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
