2002 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 BMW 650

To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2002 Alpina B3. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alpina B3.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Alpina B3 2007 BMW 650
Make Alpina BMW
Model B3 650
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 4797 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 362 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 490 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1482 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1380 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 70 L


 

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