1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2006 BMW MM Roadster
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 44 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster 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 | 2006 BMW MM Roadster | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 108 | MM Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3245 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
