2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1994 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 BMW M3. (281 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 1994 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |