1991 Alpine V6 vs. 1993 BMW 520
To start off, 1993 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine V6 (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 520 weights approximately 278 kg more than 1991 Alpine V6.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 1993 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
