1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alpina B 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alpina B 10 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1999 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Alpina B 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B 10. (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B 10. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1999 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1999 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:
| 1999 Alpina B 10 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 10 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4618 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
