2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 222 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 241 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | W 110 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |