1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2001 BMW M
To start off, 2001 BMW M 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 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 800 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 M | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 51 L |
