1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 118 kg more than 1998 Alpina B 10.
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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | CLS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |