1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1997 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1997 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1997 Bentley Brooklands | |
Make | Alpine | Bentley |
Model | V6 | Brooklands |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |