1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 10 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |