2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 12 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 730 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |