1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 BMW 745
To start off, 2007 BMW 745 is newer by 33 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 745 (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 1290 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 2007 BMW 745 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. 2007 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 2007 BMW 745 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 745 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 4423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
