2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 159 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Alpina B3 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | X3 | B3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |