2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (184 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 1996 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |