2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |