1999 AC Cobra vs. 1990 Alpine A 610
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 389 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Cobra | 1990 Alpine A 610 | |
Make | AC | Alpine |
Model | Cobra | A 610 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 357 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1200 mm |