2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
