1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2000 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 730 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3950 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 | 1210 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |