1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 10 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alpina B 10.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | F-450 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4390 mm |