2004 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-350. (475 Nm). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-350 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | E-350 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2488 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
