2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 299 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 470 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpina | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |