1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1957 Alpine A 106 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP) has 137 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106.
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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 106 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 120 L |
