2006 BMW 116 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 14 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 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 116 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
