1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 850 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
