2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 7 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Brilliance BS6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2011 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Alpina | Brilliance |
| Model | B3 | BS6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
