1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 21 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 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 205 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, 2009 BMW 320 (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 320 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |