1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1972 Holden Torana. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Holden Torana. 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Torana. (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Torana. 1972 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Alpine | Holden |
| Model | V6 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
