1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | CL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 90 L |
