2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 629 kg more than 2001 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
