2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (500 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | E | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
