2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300.
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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 2004 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3060 mm |
