1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 14 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. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | A 610 | NSX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1180 mm |
