1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310.
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, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 310 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
