1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 201 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 330 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |