1983 Alpine A 310 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 120 more horse power than 1983 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1983 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 310 | E |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
