1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 16 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 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (315 Nm). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
