1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 would be higher. At 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 674 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320. (222 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | 320 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3310 mm |