1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1988 BMW Z1
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 110. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1973 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 110 | 1988 BMW Z1 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2450 mm |
