1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2760 mm |
