1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 23 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 530 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
Model | V6 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2604 mm |