1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 20 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 665 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.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2011 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | V6 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
