2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 22 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Renault Alpine. (200 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 303 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Alpine. (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z4 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
