1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 140 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2415 mm |
