1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Tuscan (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1988 TVR Tuscan.
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, both vehicles can yield 298 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1988 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | V6 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
