1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 330 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.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2360 mm |
