1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1990 BMW M3
To start off, 1991 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1990 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4750 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 | 1210 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
