2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler 300. (243 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
