2001 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Alpina B3. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B3 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |