2007 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 1 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Alpina B3. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina B3. (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3070 mm |
