1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (231 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 610 | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| 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 | 247 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1780 mm |
