1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 18 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 715 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6. 2009 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1991 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3130 mm |
