2005 Alpina B7 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Alpina B7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B7 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |