1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 116 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.

Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 Porsche 911
Make Alpine Porsche
Model A 610 911
Year Released 1992 2012
Engine Size 2975 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1852 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1311 mm


 

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