2006 Alpina B7 vs. 1990 Alpine A 610
To start off, 2006 Alpina B7 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina B7 weights approximately 536 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine A 610. (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine A 610. 2006 Alpina B7 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alpina B7 | 1990 Alpine A 610 | |
Make | Alpina | Alpine |
Model | B7 | A 610 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1414 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1200 mm |