1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 2008 BMW X5
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Alpine A 310. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1982 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 X5 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alpine A 310 | 2008 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Alpine | BMW |
| Model | A 310 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| 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 | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 984 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 93 L |
