2004 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 12 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 138 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 316 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
