1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V6 | E |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
