1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2001 BMW 318
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 34 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 865 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 | 2001 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
