1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 17 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | V6 | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |