1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1970 Italdesign Tapiro
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Italdesign Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Italdesign Tapiro would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro (217 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Italdesign Tapiro 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1970 Italdesign Tapiro | |
| Make | Alpine | Italdesign |
| Model | V6 | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
