1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 854 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
