1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 12 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Alpine | Koenigsegg |
Model | A 610 | CC8S |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1069 mm |