1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 34 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1475 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra 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 | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 310 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
