1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1065 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 703 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | CL |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2955 mm |