1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1961 BMW 700
To start off, 1973 Alpine A 110 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,604 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alpine A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alpine A 110 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1961 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 700 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 31 L |
