1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 110 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | 911 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 502 Nm |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |