1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 24 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, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 123 weights approximately 305 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 123 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
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 | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |