2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Alpina D3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW M3 weights approximately 360 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | D3 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
