2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,347 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 135 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2001 Lexus GS | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B3 | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |