2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 Alpina B3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B3. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | 535 | B3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
