1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1952 BMW 501
To start off, 1965 Alpine A 110 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 BMW 501 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 BMW 501 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 BMW 501 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Alpine A 110 | 1952 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 501 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
