1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 BMW 120
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 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 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 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 120 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 120 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 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 Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |