2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2009 Alpina B7. (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
