2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B3. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 369 kg more than 2009 Alpina B3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B3 | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B3 | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
