1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 BMW 745
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 is newer by 33 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 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 745 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 BMW 745 (447 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 745 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 | 2004 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 88 L |
