1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2003 Ferrari 360 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 450 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 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 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 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Alpine | Ferrari |
| Model | A 310 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
