2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B7. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |