2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B3 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
