1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 20 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, 2011 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 201 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda RX-8. 2011 Mazda RX-8 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. 2011 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Mazda |
| Model | V6 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2703 mm |
