1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 BMW Z9
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110.
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 Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 110 | 2000 BMW Z9 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 110 | Z9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 3110 mm |