1999 AC Ace vs. 1985 Alpine V6
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1985 Alpine V6 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Ace | V6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2350 mm |