1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 106 | SL |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |