1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 273 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang 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 | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 610 | Mustang |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 412 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |