1967 Alpine A vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A | 520 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
