1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 BMW 650
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 1215 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, 2007 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 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 650 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 650 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 4797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
