1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Alpine A 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 1958 Alpine A 106 has manual transmission. 1958 Alpine A 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Alpine A 106 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 106 | R |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |