1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Alpina B7
To start off, 2011 Alpina B7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1962 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Alpina B7 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Alpina |
Model | 300 | B7 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |