1992 Alpina B6 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1992 Alpina B6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Alpina B6. (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpina B6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpina B6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpina B6. (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpina B6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpina B6 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B6 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
