2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B3 | 300 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |