1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 176 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | V6 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
