2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC 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 76 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC. 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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2005 Lexus SC | |
Make | Alpina | Lexus |
Model | B3 | SC |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2997 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |