1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2003 BMW 525
To start off, 2003 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 525 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 525 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 2003 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 525 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |