1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 477 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.
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 407, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | V6 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
