1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 10.
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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Alpina B 10 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 494 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3967 mm |