2009 BMW 125 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 17 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 36 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 94 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 125 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 215 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
