1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 890 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1969 Cadillac Eldorado | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | V6 | Eldorado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 7732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 710 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3050 mm |
