2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | Roadster | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 115 L |
