1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1974 BMW 1502
To start off, 1974 BMW 1502 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 1502 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1974 BMW 1502 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 1502 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1574 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
