2009 BMW 523 vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 2009 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 523 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
