2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alpina B7. (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | SL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |