1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 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 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 106 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 65 L |
