2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2000 Chrysler 300
To start off, both 2000 Alpina B 12 and 2000 Chrysler 300 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B 12. 2000 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 12 | 2000 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B 12 | 300 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 253 HP |
Torque | 469 Nm | 479 Nm |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1609 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |