2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 BMW M3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2000 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | M3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3168 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |