2006 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3. 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 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 760 | D3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 63 L |
