2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Bentley Arnage
To start off, 2006 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Bentley Arnage (452 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1135 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, 2006 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2006 Bentley Arnage | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B3 | Arnage |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 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 | 452 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
