2000 Alpina B3 vs. 1995 BMW CLS
To start off, 2000 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW CLS would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW CLS (350 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW CLS should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW CLS. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 1995 BMW CLS | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
