2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Alpina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Alpina would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2007 BMW Alpina. (500 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpina | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 518 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |