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Alpine A110 vs BMW 8 Series Coupé – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Alpine A110 or BMW 8 Series Coupé fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Alpine A110 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 55200 £, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé costs 90000 £. That’s a price difference of around 34758 £.

Both cars consume an average of 6.70 L per 100 km – no difference here.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the BMW 8 Series Coupé has a decisively edge – offering 625 HP compared to 345 HP. That’s roughly 280 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 8 Series Coupé is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.20 s, while the Alpine A110 takes 3.80 s. That’s about 0.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Alpine A110 performs to a small extent better – reaching 285 km/h, while the BMW 8 Series Coupé tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 35 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 8 Series Coupé pulls convincingly stronger with 750 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 330 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: BMW 8 Series Coupé offers clearly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Alpine A110 is significantly lighter – 1150 kg compared to 1805 kg. The difference is around 655 kg.

In terms of boot space, the BMW 8 Series Coupé offers significantly more room – 440 L compared to 96 L. That’s a difference of about 344 L.

When it comes to payload, BMW 8 Series Coupé decisively takes the win – 545 kg compared to 210 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the BMW 8 Series Coupé shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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BMW 8 Series Coupé

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 333 - 625 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 6.7 - 11.5 L
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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 Coupé

The BMW 8 Series Coupé exudes a perfect blend of luxury and dynamic performance, capturing attention with its striking design and powerful presence. Inside, the cabin offers a refined atmosphere, with high-quality materials and advanced technology ensuring comfort and connectivity for the driver and passengers. The driving experience is further enhanced by its precision engineering, delivering a smooth yet exhilarating ride that epitomizes the essence of grand touring.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
55200 - 282900 £
Price
90000 - 158900 £
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 6.9 L
Consumption L/100km
6.7 - 11.5 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
152 - 157 g/km
co2
176 - 263 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
45 L
Fuel tank capacity
66 - 68 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
2
Doors
2 - 4
Curb weight
1150 - 1194 kg
Curb weight
1805 - 2085 kg
Trunk capacity
96 L
Trunk capacity
420 - 440 L
Length
4181 mm
Length
4851 - 5098 mm
Width
1798 mm
Width
1902 - 1943 mm
Height
1252 mm
Height
1346 - 1420 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
166 - 210 kg
Payload
370 - 545 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
3.2 - 5.4 s
Max Speed
250 - 285 km/h
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
1798 cm3
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 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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What drive types are available for the Alpine A110?

The Alpine A110 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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