1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |