1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
