1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Dodge | Alpina |
Model | Dakota | B3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |