1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110.
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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
