1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 51 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 840 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Because 1959 Alpine A 106 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 106 | B |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 54 L |
