2000 Alpina B 12 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B 12 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 12 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2000 Alpina B 12 (469 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm). This means 2000 Alpina B 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2000 Alpina B 12 has manual transmission. 2000 Alpina B 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 12 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B 12 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
