1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 BMW 520
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 520 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alpine A 310 | 2009 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 520 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |