1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1983 BMW 525
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1974 Alpine A 310.
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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 1983 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1974 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1974 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 1983 BMW 525 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 525 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |