1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 15 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Alpina B 10. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 10. (471 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 10. 2012 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1997 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1997 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3967 mm |
