1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 700 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 330 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |