1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | |
Make | Alpine | Monteverdi |
Model | V6 | Berlinetta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 596 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |