1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1996 BMW M3
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 310 | 1996 BMW M3 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | M3 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2662 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |