1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 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 | 2011 BMW 328 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 328 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |