2009 Alpina B3 vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 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 | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |