2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 BMW 520
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2001 BMW 520. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2001 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 520 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |