1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 333 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpine A 610 | 2003 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | A 610 | M |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |