2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Maybach 62
To start off, 2007 Maybach 62 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 62 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1210 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, 2007 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 Maybach 62 | |
Make | Alpina | Maybach |
Model | B3 | 62 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |