1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 34 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Alpine A 310. (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 501 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 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 | 2009 BMW 125 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 125 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |