1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610.
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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Alpine | Porsche |
Model | A 610 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |