2010 Alpina B3 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 320. (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 320. 2010 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alpina B3 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpina | BMW |
| Model | B3 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
