1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 19 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari California weights approximately 321 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California 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 | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
Model | A 610 | California |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1308 mm |