1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2004 BMW 118
To start off, 2004 BMW 118 is newer by 30 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 118 weights approximately 560 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, 2004 BMW 118 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alpine A 310 | 2004 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 118 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |