2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B3. (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 730 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |