1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 13 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 99 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2003 Audi A6 | |
Make | Alpine | Audi |
Model | A 610 | A6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |