1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 is newer by 16 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 44 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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 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 | 2009 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 610 | F430 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1220 mm |
