2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |