2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 158 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2000 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 118 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |