1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 1986 BMW 735
To start off, 1986 BMW 735 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (215 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 108. 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, 1986 BMW 735 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 1986 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 735 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2840 mm |
