1977 Alpine A 110 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 31 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 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 110. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 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 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 110 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1647 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
