1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2355 mm |