1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A5 (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | V6 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
