1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 310 | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
