The Comparative Analysis :
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster (07 - 09) vs. ALPINA Roadster V8 Limited Edition (02 - 03)
€ 493,900
€ 129,900
€ 493,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 129,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster is 10.1 inches longer, 3.1 inches wider and 1.4 inches lower than the ALPINA Roadster V8.
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
50.4
75.1
83
51.9
72
79.9
75.1 in
Width
72 in
83 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.9 in
50.4 in
Height
51.9 in
106.3
183.3
98.6
173.2
183.3 in
Length
173.2 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
98.6 in
Vehicle Weight
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
4023 lb
Curb Weight
3571 lb
4365 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4299 lb
Weight Difference:
452 lb
11.23 %
General
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
C199
Generation
E52
Roadster
Car Body Style
Roadster
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
V8 gasoline engine with compressor
Engine Type
V8 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Mercedes-Benz M 155
Engine Series
M 155.980
Engine Code
F5/1
3
Valves
4
8
Cylinders
8
5.4 L / 264 cu in
Displacement
4.8 L / 235 cu in
617 hp
at 6500 rpm
Power
376 hp
at 5800 rpm
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
617 hp
376 hp
ALPINA Roadster V8
575 lb‑ft
at 3250 rpm
Max. Torque
384 lb‑ft
at 3800 rpm
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
575 lb‑ft
384 lb‑ft
ALPINA Roadster V8
Performance
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
206 mph
Maximum Speed
162 mph
3.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
5.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
174 ft
0.000 sec
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
62 mph
62
mph
mph
243 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA Roadster V8
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6.52 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
9.5 lb/hp
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
6.52 lb/hp
9.5 lb/hp
ALPINA Roadster V8
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
Fuel Economy
16 mpg
combined
18 mpg
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
16 mpg
18 mpg
ALPINA Roadster V8
11 mpg
city
12 mpg
22 mpg
highway
No data
25.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gal
416 mi
Range
344 mi
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
416 mi
344 mi
ALPINA Roadster V8
Environmental Impact
274.7 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
250.1 kWh
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
274.7 kWh
250.1 kWh
ALPINA Roadster V8
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 3
560 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
510 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Mercedes SLR McLaren Roadster
ALPINA Roadster V8
2
Doors
2
2
No. of Seats
2
342 lb
Maximum Payload
728 lb
5.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
5.8 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
