1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 196 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 610 | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
