1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1988 Alpine V6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1988 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | 600 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |