1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 1990 Alpine V6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | V6 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
