1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 BMW 335
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 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 | 2007 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
