1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
