1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Renault Alpine | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Alpine | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |