2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 BMW 535
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 is newer by 8 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2008 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 535 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |