1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1985 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 50 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 208. (240 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1985 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | V6 | 208 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |