1995 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 318 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
