1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1153 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3370 mm |
