1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1996 BMW 525
To start off, 1996 BMW 525 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine A 610 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 79 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 96 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine A 610 | 1996 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 525 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |