1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 17 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 2,975 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 33 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 325 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |