1962 Alpine A 108 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 47 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 900 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 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 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 108 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |