2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (360 HP @ 5150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300. 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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
