1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 1992 BMW 538
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 1255 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 | 1992 BMW 538 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 538 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 341 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
