2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 6 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 955 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.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpina | GMC |
| Model | B3 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6320 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 |
