2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 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 183 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 316 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |