1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 555 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |