1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 20 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 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 285 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
