2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 5 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 180 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2011 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
