2008 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 5 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 630 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B3 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |