1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1992 Alpine A 610 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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, 1992 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
