1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 421 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.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2012 Infiniti M 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 M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 610 | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1514 mm |