2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 30 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Alpina B 10. (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2000 Alpina B 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 500 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, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alpina B 10 | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B 10 | C 111 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2400 cc |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |