1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1966 MG MGB
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGB 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 108 more horse power than 1966 MG MGB. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 MG MGB. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGB. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1966 MG MGB | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | V6 | MGB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1180 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
