1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
