1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 985 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 108 | C |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
