1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2007 Audi RS4
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 36 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi RS4 (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi RS4 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 | 2007 Audi RS4 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | RS4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
