1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 BMW 320
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 15 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 79 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 56 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2008 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
