2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 925 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2005 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B3 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 421 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 104.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 18.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
