1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 27 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 830 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2875 mm |
