2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 69 kg more than 2000 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
| Model | B3 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
