1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 23 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 185 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Alpine | TVR |
| Model | A 310 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
