2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota 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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
