1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1998 BMW 330
To start off, 1998 BMW 330 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1998 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 330 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
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 | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |