1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 4 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Alpine | Italdesign |
| Model | V6 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
