1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 15 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 350 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
