1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2006 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 16 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 296 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alpine V6 | 2006 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 330 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |