1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 20 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1015 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Alpine V6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | R |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2990 mm |