2008 Alpina B7 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Alpina B7.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alpina B7 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |