2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1144 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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina Roadster | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | 600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |