1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 23 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 401 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
| Model | A 610 | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1515 mm |
