2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 130 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6650 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |