2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | CL | B7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
