1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1991 BMW 320
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1991 BMW 320. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1991 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
