1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 15 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 300 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |