1973 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Alpine A 310. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1973 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 560 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 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 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 118 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |