1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 21 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 346 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.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1382 mm |
