1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 31 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), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 550 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.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alpine A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
