2005 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Alpina B7. (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B7 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1841 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2873 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |