2000 Alpina B3 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B3 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alpina B3. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B3 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | CL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |