2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 117 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 188 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2009 Alpina B3 has manual transmission. 2009 Alpina B3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Alpina B3 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |