1957 Alpine A 108 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 108. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 1060 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 108. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 108. 2011 BMW Z4 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. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Alpine A 108 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 904 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2497 mm |
