1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 40 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2011 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 125 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
