2008 BMW 523 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 16 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 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 70 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 523 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
