1990 Renault Alpine vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 1996 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | 735 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |
