2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 801 kg more than 2003 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram 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 Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
