1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 47 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1154 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.
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1966 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 110 | C |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 6300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2760 mm |