2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 Bentley Turbo
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 1997 Bentley Turbo | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B3 | Turbo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 94 L |
