2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Alpina | Saab |
| Model | B3 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
