1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1991 Alpine V6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Alpine | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | V6 | SL |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |