1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 6998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 635 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |