1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 36 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1976 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 310. (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 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 | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 320 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |