2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Alpina B7. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Alpina B7. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
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 | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 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 | 4.6 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 | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |