1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1025 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1965 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1965 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
