1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 14 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
