2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Alpina B7. (500 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2011 Alpina B7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alpina B7. (699 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alpina B7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
| Model | SLR McLaren | B7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5225 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 82 L |
