2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | 280 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 2745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2940 mm |