1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, 1984 Daimler 4.2 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1971 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Alpine | Daimler |
| Model | A 310 | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2870 mm |
