1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1567 kg more than 1992 Alpina B6.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpina B6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
