1997 BMW 850 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1997 BMW 850 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 763 kg more than 1986 Renault Alpine. 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine. 1997 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1986 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1986 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 850 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
