1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1995 Audi A6
To start off, 1995 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A6 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 1990 Alpine A 610 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A6. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1995 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
