1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 BMW 323
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (168 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1976 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 323 (245 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110. 2000 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1976 Alpine A 110 has manual transmission. 1976 Alpine A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 110 | 2000 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
