1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 15 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 126 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alpine | Maserati |
| Model | A 610 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
