1966 Alpine A 110 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Alpine A 110. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1966 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 985 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 Alpine A 110 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 545 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
