1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 2175 kg more than 1961 Alpine A 108. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 108 | 600 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 6329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3910 mm |