1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1987 BMW 316
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 316 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) has 162 more horse power than 1987 BMW 316. (86 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1987 BMW 316. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1987 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 86 HP |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
