2008 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2011 Alpina D3. (211 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina D3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2011 Alpina D3. 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 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | BMW | Alpina |
| Model | X5 | D3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
