1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 1999 BMW 750
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610. 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 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 | 1999 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 5370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
