1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1961 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alpine A 108 has manual transmission. 1961 Alpine A 108 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alpine A 108 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
