1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1987 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2578 mm |
