1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 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 29 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | V6 | 208 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |