1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 54 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP) has 578 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm) has 954 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 106 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 106 | S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 621 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1473 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |
