1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Dodge Ram is newer by 32 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1434 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram 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 | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Alpine | Dodge |
| Model | A 310 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3030 mm |
