1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2007 Ford Falcon 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. 2007 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Alpine V6 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
