1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 22 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 610 | EX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1572 mm |