1968 Alpine A 110 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 1260 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 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
