1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 19 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 295 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, 2009 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2009 BMW 330 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. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault Alpine | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Renault | BMW |
| Model | Alpine | 330 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| 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 | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
