2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B3 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2003 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B3 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |