2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 BMW 328
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2007 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
