1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1300 mm |
