1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 17 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 946 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.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS 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 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | A 610 | LS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1481 mm |
