1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 32 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 1080 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 1976 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 335 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 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
