1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 BMW 323
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 25 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1974 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 1999 BMW 323 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. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1999 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
