1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |