1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 MG XPower
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 360 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2004 MG XPower | |
| Make | Alpine | MG |
| Model | V6 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
