2007 Alpina B3 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Alpina B3 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B3 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B3 (501 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B3 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | B3 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
