1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 26 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 769 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera weights approximately 180 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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 870 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Alpine | Koenigsegg |
Model | V6 | Agera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |