2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 150 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, 2011 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alpina | Lexus |
| Model | B3 | IS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
