1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 BMW M3
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 48 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 1215 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 2009 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | M3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |