2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 86 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1731 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
