1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 41 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 1000 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 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
