2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (360 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B7 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |