2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1793 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |