1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 1994 BMW 854
To start off, 1994 BMW 854 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 854 weights approximately 1305 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. 1994 BMW 854 has automatic transmission and 1963 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1963 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 854 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 1994 BMW 854 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 854 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 5378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2690 mm |
