1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT 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 TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 360 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 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | TT |
| 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 | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2469 mm |
