1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1986 BMW M3
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 BMW M3. (197 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1986 BMW M3. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1986 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
