1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 11 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 58 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 350 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, 2004 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 525 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |