1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2008 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 56 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, 2008 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2008 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | V6 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
