1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
