1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 840 kg more 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (353 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
| Model | V6 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
