1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2006 BMW M3
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 13 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2006 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | M3 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |