1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 110. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110. 2011 BMW Z4 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 Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
