1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 1985 BMW M5
To start off, 1985 BMW M5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW M5 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 Alpine A 110 | 1985 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| 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 | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
