1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 BMW 316
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 50 kg more 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1994 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
