2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Ram would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram. 2009 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1996 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1996 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpina | Dodge |
| Model | B7 | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3020 mm |
