1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 64 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 610 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1306 mm |
