1984 Alpine A 310 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1984 Alpine A 310 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,839 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Alpine A 310. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 605 kg more than 1984 Alpine A 310. 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Alpine A 310 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 310 | S |
Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |