2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2006 BMW M3

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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 205 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alpina D3 2006 BMW M3
Make Alpina BMW
Model D3 M3
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3346 cc 3244 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 362 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 93.8 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 271 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.4 seconds 5.5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 12.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 63 L


 

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