1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2008 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 528 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
