1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 639 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 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
