1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 22 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 256 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 610 | E |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1670 kg |