1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 5 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 890 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
