1965 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 38 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 915 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 | 2003 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
