1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine V6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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 | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Alpine | Ginetta |
| Model | V6 | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
