1964 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW M5
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 45 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1964 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 1380 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 | 2009 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
