1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 146 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 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | V6 | 944 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |