2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 273 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Alpina |
| Model | Ram | B7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
