1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 BMW 118
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 118 weights approximately 595 kg more 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, 2007 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 118 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 | 2007 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 118 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |