2009 BMW 335 vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Alpine. (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 335 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
