1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 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 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 63 L |
