2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B3 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 107 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
