1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2000 BMW 520
To start off, 2000 BMW 520 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alpine A 310 | 2000 BMW 520 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 520 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |