2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 285 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (215 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpina | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |