2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 203 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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, 2005 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Alpina | Smart |
| Model | B3 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
