2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 BMW 745
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 3 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 BMW 745.
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, 2008 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2008 BMW 745 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 745 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |