1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. (187 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
