1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 736 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2011 BMW X6 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 X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine A 610 | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | X6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1690 mm |