1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 1971 BMW Touring
To start off, 1993 Alpine A 610 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 1971 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | Touring |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1573 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
