2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2003 Alpina B3 and 2003 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 450 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3.
Because 2003 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |