1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1500 kg more than 1967 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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1967 Alpine A 110 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 110 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 575 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3035 mm |