1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
