1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 610 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 477 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 641 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
