1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 19 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 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 318 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |