1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 BMW 628
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 885 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 | 1980 BMW 628 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 628 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
