1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 115 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, both vehicles can yield 296 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Alpine | Venturi |
| Model | V6 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
