1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1999 BMW 740
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 7 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 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 621 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, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Alpine A 610. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1992 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1992 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Alpine A 610 | 1999 BMW 740 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 740 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |