1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1993 Alpine A 610. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 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 | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 550 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1468 mm |
