1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 BMW M6
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 17 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 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 134 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 2008 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 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 | 2008 BMW M6 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | M6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |