2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
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, 2010 Dodge Charger (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B3 | Charger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6100 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1887 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |