2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,761 cc, 2007 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Azure (452 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1245 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2007 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Azure |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 452 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 875 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |