2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2007 BMW Alpina.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alpina | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3910 mm |
