1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 840 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Alpine V6 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | SL |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |