2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 73 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 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B3 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 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 | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
