1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (311 Nm). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 610 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
