1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 21 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 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 306 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 525 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1464 mm |