1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (293 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | C 111 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4799 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |