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 |
