1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, both 1997 Alpina B 10 and 1997 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 467 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |