1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 190 kg more than 1990 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Alpine | Pontiac |
Model | V6 | GTO |
Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |