1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpine A 610 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 330 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
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 | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |