1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 17 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 92 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1993 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1993 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1750 mm |
