2003 Alpina B3 vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2003 Alpina B3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Charger |
Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 110.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |