1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
