1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 995 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
