1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | SL |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
