1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1978 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 516 kg more than 1978 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, 1965 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alpine A 310 | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Alpine | BMW |
Model | A 310 | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |