1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 BMW Z1
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW Z1 weights approximately 423 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 | 1986 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| 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 | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
