1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 118 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 310.
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, 1977 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118. 2008 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 2008 BMW 118 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 118 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |