1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 735 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 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 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
