1967 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 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. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1967 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alpine A 110 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 530 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |