2011 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 125 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 140 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Alpina B3 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alpina | BMW |
Model | B3 | 125 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |