2006 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 Alpina B7
To start off, 2012 Alpina B7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Alpina B7.
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, 2012 Alpina B7 (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | R | B7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
