1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1990 BMW 520
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 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 102 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 128 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1990 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
