1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 19 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 610 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1471 mm |
