2007 Alpina D3 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina D3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina D3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford F-150. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina D3 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | D3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3347 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
