1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2001 BMW 530
To start off, 2001 BMW 530 is newer by 25 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 530 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 564 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, 2001 BMW 530 (411 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 530 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 | 2001 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | 530 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1016 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2730 mm |
