2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 10 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 461 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B3 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
