2006 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2011 Alpina D3 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina D3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | M3 | D3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
