1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 22 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 245 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
