2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2003 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-150 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2001 Alpina B 10.
Because 2003 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2003 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B 10 | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B 10 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
