1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1980 BMW M1
To start off, 1980 BMW M1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M1 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1968 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:
1968 Alpine A 110 | 1980 BMW M1 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | M1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 956 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 | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2570 mm |