1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 35 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 675 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, 2008 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alpine A 310. 2008 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1973 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1973 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alpine A 310 | 2008 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
