1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2003 BMW 318
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Alpine A 610 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 134 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. 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, 1993 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2003 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
