1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 14 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 357 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | V6 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |
