1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 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 134 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 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 | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Alpine | Ascari |
Model | A 610 | A10 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1138 mm |