2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alpina B7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
Model | SL | B7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |