1973 Alpine A 110 vs. 1993 BMW 325
To start off, 1993 BMW 325 is newer by 20 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 110. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 325 weights approximately 740 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 | 1993 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2710 mm |
