1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 824 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3150 mm |
