2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. 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, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (191 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
Make | BMW | Alpina |
Model | 320 | B3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3346 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |