1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 126 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 610 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
