1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, both 1988 Alpine V6 and 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (131 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6.
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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190. (198 Nm). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | 190 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 198 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |