2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 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 215 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alpina | Beijing |
| Model | B3 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
