1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 18 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 555 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2009 Lexus LS 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. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | V6 | LS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3100 mm |
