2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
