2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Alpina | Ford |
Model | B7 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |