1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Alpine | Morgan |
Model | V6 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |