2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur would be higher. At 5,996 cc, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (551 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur weights approximately 950 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2007 Bentley Continental Flying Spur | |
| Make | Alpina | Bentley |
| Model | B3 | Continental Flying Spur |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 312 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 17.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
