2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 6 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, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |