1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 18 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX 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.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2005 Honda NSX 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. 2005 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
