2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730.
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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B3 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |