1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 393 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | V6 | Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
