2001 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (244 Nm). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
Model | C | B5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 700 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |