2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 615 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alpina | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
