1999 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 13 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1986 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine. 1999 BMW 330 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. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 330 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
