1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (98 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 310 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
