2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 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 261 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | 420 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 204 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 | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3080 mm |