2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |