1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 980 kg more than 1958 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 106 | E |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |