1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
