1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 2009 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 33 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), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 110. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 523 weights approximately 733 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, 2009 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 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 | 2009 BMW 523 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | 523 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
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 | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |