1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Audi R8

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 38 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 740 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.

Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310. 2009 Audi R8 has automatic transmission and 1971 Alpine A 310 has manual transmission. 1971 Alpine A 310 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi R8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Alpine A 310 2009 Audi R8
Make Alpine Audi
Model A 310 R8
Year Released 1971 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Middle
Engine Size 1646 cc 5204 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 93 HP 518 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 12.5:1
Top Speed 192 km/hour 316 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L