1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 49 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 925 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 106 | C |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |