2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
