1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 BMW 318
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 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 318 (355 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alpine A 310 | 1999 BMW 318 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 318 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 355 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |