1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mustang (444 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 467 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, 2012 Ford Mustang (515 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 2012 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | V6 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |