2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 41 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, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B5 | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B5 | 600 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 112 L |