1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 20 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Alpine A 610. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1993 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 401 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Alpine A 610. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpine A 610 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 610 | 6 series |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1369 mm |