2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (470 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 454 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Challenger. (637 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Challenger. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Challenger has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Challenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
