2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 8 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 61 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Alpina B3.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alpina B3 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 528 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |