1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 1987 BMW 318
To start off, 1987 BMW 318 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 318 weights approximately 371 kg more than 1962 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, 1987 BMW 318 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Alpine A 108 | 1987 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | 318 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |