2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Ram. (390 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 418 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Ram. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Alpina | Dodge |
Model | B7 | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 121 L |