1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Audi R8
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 519 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 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 | 2009 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
