2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B5 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B5 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
