1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 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), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1140 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1970 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1970 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | S |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| 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 | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3090 mm |
