2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 154 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (311 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
