1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 19 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 111 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 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 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | M3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |