1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1959 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 106 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 219 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2460 mm |
