2007 Alpina B7 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (445 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alpina B7 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 2007 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alpina B7 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1997 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |