2006 Alpina B5 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2006 Alpina B5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B5 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (58 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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 (701 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2006 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B5 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 492 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 314 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 28.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
