1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1977 BMW 728
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1977 BMW 728 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 728 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
