2001 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 BMW M3. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (502 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | M3 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
