2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 4 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 473 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2433 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |