1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 310 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 545 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |