1987 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
