1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 28 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 868 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 525 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |