1977 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 32 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1977 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 695 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 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 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 330 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |