2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-250 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Alpina B7.
Because 2001 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-250. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2001 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B7 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |