2008 Alpina B5 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Alpina B5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (380 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B5 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150. 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, 2008 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (610 Nm). This means 2008 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alpina B5 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
