1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 461 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS 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 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alpine | Lexus |
| Model | A 610 | GS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1425 mm |
