2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1430 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
