2005 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 6,751 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (307 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Because 2005 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Avanti Studebaker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Avanti Studebaker. (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Avanti Studebaker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Avanti Studebaker | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Avanti | Alpina |
| Model | Studebaker | B3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6751 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2770 mm |
