2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 2006 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B5 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B5 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
