1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 27 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1505 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 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
