1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | M3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |