1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 28 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1985 Alpine V6. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 940 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.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2968 mm |
