2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
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, 2006 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3520 mm |