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Alpine A110 vs BMW 8 Series Convertible comparison

Compare performance (345 HP vs 625 HP), boot space and price (55,200 £ vs 99,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Alpine A110 or BMW 8 Series Convertible?

Alpine A110 vs BMW 8 Series Convertible: Key differences

Alpine A110

  • substantially cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • clearly more power
  • moderately quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

A110

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Alpine A110 is substantially cheaper – starting at 55,200 £ , while the BMW 8 Series Convertible costs 99,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 44,186 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Alpine A110 uses 6.7 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the BMW 8 Series Convertible with 6.9 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

8 Series Convertible

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers clearly more power – delivering 625 HP compared to 345 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Convertible is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Alpine A110 takes 3.8 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 8 Series Convertible delivers substantially more torque with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm more.

A110

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: BMW 8 Series Convertible offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Alpine A110 is substantially lighter – 1,150 kg compared to 1,915 kg. The difference is around 765 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW 8 Series Convertible offers significantly more boot space – 350 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW 8 Series Convertible carries substantially more – 425 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 215 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £99,400
8 Series Convertible

BMW 8 Series Convertible

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Alpine A110
BMW 8 Series Convertible

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Alpine A110

The Alpine A110 is a stunning testament to modern automotive design, seamlessly blending performance with elegance. Its lightweight construction contributes to an exhilarating driving experience, making it a true driver's car. With its distinctive styling and agile handling, the A110 captures the spirit of classic sports cars while embracing contemporary technology.

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BMW 8 Series Convertible

The BMW 8 Series Convertible is a head-turning grand tourer that drops its roof with the kind of theatrical flourish you expect from a modern Bavarian showboat. It wraps occupants in sumptuous materials and driver-focused polish, offering effortless long-distance comfort and just enough drama to make every arrival feel like an occasion.

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Alpine A110
BMW 8 Series Convertible

Costs and Consumption

Price
55,200 - 282,900 £
Price
99,400 - 165,800 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
6.9 - 11.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
180 - 255 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Convertible
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,150 - 1,194 kg
Curb weight
1,915 - 2,125 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
350 L
Length
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Length
4,851 - 4,867 mm
Width
1,798 mm
Width
1,902 - 1,907 mm
Height
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Height
1,345 - 1,353 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
340 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
252 - 345 HP
Power HP
333 - 625 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.5 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
250 km/h
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Torque
500 - 750 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
185 - 254 kW
Power kW
245 - 460 kW
Engine capacity
1,798 cm3
Engine capacity
2,993 - 4,395 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Alpine
Brand
BMW
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