2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Alpina | Toyota |
| Model | B3 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
