1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 902 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS 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 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
Make | Alpine | Lexus |
Model | A 310 | IS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4633 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |