2004 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
