2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (454 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | C |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |