1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1998 BMW 323
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 is newer by 6 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 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 79 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 181 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 1998 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
