2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 110 L |