1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 405 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | C |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
