1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Alpine A 310. (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1972 Alpine A 310. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1972 Alpine A 310. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Alpine | Cadillac |
| Model | A 310 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |
