2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Bentley Azure
To start off, both 2009 Alpina B3 and 2009 Bentley Azure were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,761 cc, 2009 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Azure (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Bentley Azure. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Bentley Azure (876 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Alpina | Bentley |
Model | B3 | Azure |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 6761 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 876 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 19.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 96 L |