2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 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 217 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | E420 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| 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 | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
