2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2002 BMW 332
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 205 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, 2004 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2002 BMW 332 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 332 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |