1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 BMW 545
To start off, 2004 BMW 545 is newer by 47 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP) has 266 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 1230 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 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 | 2004 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2830 mm |
