1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 865 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 113 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1061 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Alpine | SSC |
| Model | V6 | Aero |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1090 mm |
