1989 Alpine V6 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 15 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 476 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, 1989 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alpine V6 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
