2003 Alpina B7 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 2003 Alpina B7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (403 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 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 @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112. 2003 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 has manual transmission. 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
