1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 Honda S2000

To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 16 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6.

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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Alpine V6 2007 Honda S2000
Make Alpine Honda
Model V6 S2000
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 2157 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 237 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 6800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4130 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2410 mm


 

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