1992 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 18 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1992 Alpine A 610.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alpine A 610. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alpine A 610 | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1369 mm |
