1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 633 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | Econoline |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |