2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (382 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpina | G |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 382 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 96 L |