2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
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 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |