2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alpina B7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B7 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
