1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 22 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Renault | BMW |
Model | Alpine | 118 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |