2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 BMW 120
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 147 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2009 BMW 120 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |