1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 BMW 316
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 37 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 823 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. 2000 BMW 316 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. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 2000 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
