1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 30 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.
Because 1989 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Alpine | Mini |
| Model | V6 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
