1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 701 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
| Model | V6 | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
