2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 558 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3. 2011 BMW 740 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. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 740 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |