1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 610 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | V6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3173 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
