2006 Alpina B3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (222 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 271 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |