1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1076 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost (779 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Alpine | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | A 610 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1549 mm |
