1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 13 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1992 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 481 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 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 | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
