1961 Alpine A 108 vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 51 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1345 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alpine A 108. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alpine A 108. 2012 BMW 730 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. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Alpine A 108 | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | 730 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 82 L |