2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 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 194 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina B7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
