1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 BMW 630
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 19 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6. 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, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1985 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1985 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2004 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
