1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2008 Ford E-150 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. 2008 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ford |
| Model | V6 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3510 mm |
