1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
