1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 110 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | M3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
