1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 17 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Alpine | Honda |
Model | V6 | NSX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |