2007 BMW Alpina vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 202 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 315 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alpina | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
