1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 345 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, 1988 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 525 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2890 mm |