1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 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 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B 10 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
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 | 342 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3970 mm |