1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 826 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2011 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 610 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1712 mm |
