2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1996 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Continental weights approximately 805 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 1996 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1996 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Continental |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 421 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |