1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 18 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 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 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
