2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 5 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 128 more horse power than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 185 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, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Alpina | Luxgen |
Model | B3 | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1768 mm |