1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1996 BMW 535
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1996 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3430 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
