2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental

To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (621 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Alpina B3 2013 Bentley Continental
Make Alpina Bentley
Model B3 Continental
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 5998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 296 HP 621 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 800 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 2395 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4804 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 2194 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1388 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2745 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 90 L


 

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