2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (353 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8. (536 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Hemi Super 8 | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Hemi Super 8 | B5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2890 mm |
