2009 Alpina B3 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (298 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B3 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Alpina | Chevrolet |
Model | B3 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3347 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |