1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6.
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, 1968 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 7010 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
