1992 Alpina B6 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6.
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 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 588 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 4390 mm |
