2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 7 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 2008 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |
