1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1976 BMW 628
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1976 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1976 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
