1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (216 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 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 530 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 530 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1850 mm |