2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina Roadster | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpina | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Roadster | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |