2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 310 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpina | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |