2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-250. (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Alpina | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3490 mm |
