1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 570 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alpine A 310. 2009 BMW Z4 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. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Alpine A 310 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1605 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |