2006 Alpina B7 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Alpina B7.
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 B7 (700 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. (186 Nm). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B7 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 186 Nm |
| 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 | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
