1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 349 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.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
