1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 Audi S3
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 is newer by 13 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, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 350 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.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2000 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | S3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
