1995 Alpina B6 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alpina B6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alpina B6 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 539 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alpina B6. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B6 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
