1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1971 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 897 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 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Alpine | Nissan |
| Model | A 310 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
