1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| 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 | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
