1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 310 | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
