2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 BMW 325
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 325 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |