1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1957 BMW 502
To start off, 1963 Alpine A 110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 502 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1957 BMW 502 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 502 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
