1999 Alpina B3 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 Alpina B3 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1999 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alpina B3. (455 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alpina B3 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |
