2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Alpina B7
To start off, 2010 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B7 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (411 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2010 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Ford | Alpina |
Model | Mustang | B7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 700 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 88 L |