1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 19 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
Make | Alpine | Caterham |
Model | V6 | 7 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2230 mm |