2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 330 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |