2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 BMW 750
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 1994 BMW 750 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 750 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |