1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2009 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
