1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 375 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
