1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 215 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alpine V6 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 620 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 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 | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4468 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |