1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1966 BMW 1600
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Alpine V6 | 1966 BMW 1600 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | V6 | 1600 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1574 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |