1997 Alpina B 12 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 393 kg more than 1997 Alpina B 12.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alpina B 12. (469 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alpina B 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 12 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 12 | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2955 mm |
