1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1999 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Esprit (350 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 538 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit 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 | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Alpine | Lotus |
| Model | A 310 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
