1988 Alpine V6 vs. 1994 BMW 840
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1988 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 1994 BMW 840 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 840 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |