2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2008 Alpina B3

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2008 Alpina B3.

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 B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2008 Alpina B3
Make Mercedes-Benz Alpina
Model CLC B3
Year Released 2011 2008
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 3346 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.9 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 93.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 264 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 5.8 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 2830 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 63 L


 

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