1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 14 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 507 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lincoln LS. 2001 Lincoln LS 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. 2001 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lincoln |
| Model | V6 | LS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
