1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 930 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |
