1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 39 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Audi R8 (429 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 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 | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Alpine | Audi |
| Model | A 310 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 429 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
