2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Chrysler 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
Model | B7 | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |