2003 Acura NSX vs. 1987 Alpine V6
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura NSX. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 1987 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1987 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 1987 Alpine V6 | |
| Make | Acura | Alpine |
| Model | NSX | V6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
