1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 22 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 210 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |