1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 22 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), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 236 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 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 | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| 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 | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1412 mm |
