1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 21 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi R8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2011 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2649 mm |
