1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1956 BMW 507
To start off, 1964 Alpine A 110 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1964 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:
| 1964 Alpine A 110 | 1956 BMW 507 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 507 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 110 L |
