1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 19 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 390 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Alpine | Maserati |
Model | V6 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |