1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Alpine | Nissan |
Model | A 610 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |