2005 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250. 2012 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2005 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Ford | Alpina |
| Model | F-250 | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 82 L |
