2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler 300. (424 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler 300. (569 Nm @ 480 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B7 | 2009 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 480 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
