1993 Alpine A 610 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 12 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 99 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpine A 610 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 610 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
