2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
Model | B3 | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |