1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Aston Martin V12
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 421 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2004 Aston Martin V12 | |
| Make | Alpine | Aston Martin |
| Model | A 610 | V12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
