1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1972 BMW 3
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Alpine V6 (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1972 BMW 3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
