2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1992 BMW 740
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 1992 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1992 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
