2012 Alpina B7 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alpina B7 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B7 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 699 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 3050 mm |
