2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celsior. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celsior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celsior weights approximately 380 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, 2005 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Alpina | Toyota |
Model | B3 | Celsior |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |