1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2001 BMW 325
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 1135 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2001 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1957 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1957 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2001 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2730 mm |
