2003 Alpina B3 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B3 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B3. (362 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B3 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
