1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1983 Alpine A 310 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,331 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1983 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alpine A 310 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 310 | 600 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2663 cc | 6331 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |