1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 BMW 645
To start off, 2004 BMW 645 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 645 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 2004 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 645 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
