1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1964 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 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 | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
