2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2004 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| 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 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 112 L |
