1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 42 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 1090 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.
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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310. 2013 BMW M6 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW M6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
