2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (216 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (701 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B5 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
