2011 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alpina B3 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 535 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |