1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 377 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |