2008 Alpina B7 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2008 Alpina B7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B7 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2008 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Alpina B7 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | B7 | 300 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 212 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |