1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Alpine | Volkswagen |
Model | V6 | Beetle |
Year Released | 1987 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 89 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |