1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1971 Alpine A 310. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 310. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 310. 2012 Porsche Panamera 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. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Alpine | Porsche |
| Model | A 310 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1646 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
