2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 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), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 177 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B3 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Alpina | Infiniti |
| Model | B3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 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 | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 343 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
