2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 285 kg more 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B3 | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 278 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 84 L |