1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1240 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | S |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
