1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 1998 BMW 740
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 is newer by 30 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 740 weights approximately 1393 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 | 1998 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1968 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
