1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 310 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
